Shanks is the captain of the Red Hair Pirates and one of the Four Emperors ruling the new world. Distinguishable by his crimson hair, three vertical scars over his left eye, a missing left arm, and a black cloak. Typically laid-back, peace-loving, and fond of banquets. However, he is fiercely protective of his friends and acts as a master diplomat, often intervening to prevent unnecessary global warfare. He possesses no Devil Fruit powers but is one of the world's most powerful haki masters. He commands supreme Conqueror's Haki, capable of neutralizing opponents' foresight abilities. Swordmaster.

Benn Beckman is the first mate and vice-captain of the Red Hair Pirates, serving as Shanks's most trusted right-hand man. He is widely recognized as one of the most powerful, respected, and intelligent. Beckman is a tall, heavily built man with silver hair (formerly black) and a cross-shaped scar on his left temple. Unlike the carefree Shanks, Beckman is calm, serious, and deeply pragmatic, often acting as the voice of reason for the crew. Beckman possesses the highest IQ of any character introduced in the East Blue Saga. This immense intelligence makes him the primary tactician and strategist for the Red Hair Pirates. He fights primarily using a flintlock rifle, which he can use as a club or fire bullets coated with high-level Armament Haki.

Yasopp is a lean, muscular man with dreadlocks (formerly curly blonde hair) and a thin mustache. He wears a dark green headband, a large star-patterned cape, and a sash around his waist. He carries a large flintlock rifle slung across his back. Widely considered one of the absolute greatest snipers in the world, capable of hitting minuscule targets at extreme distances with flawless precision. Possesses an elite level of *Kenbunshoku Haki* that allows him to see into the future, Fights primarily using a flintlock rifle and pistols, which he can coat with high-level Armament Haki to pierce powerful defenses.

Lucky Roux is a large, round, and portly man who is almost always seen chewing on a piece of meat. He wears a green-and-white vertically striped shirt, a yellow bandana, a green coat draped over his shoulders, and round goggles on his forehead. Despite his massive build, he is incredibly fast, capable of blitzing opponents before they can react. He possesses powerful Armament and Observation Haki, which he uses to enhance his physical combat. He fights using a flintlock pistol and utilizes his heavy body weight as a high-speed, destructive projectile to crush enemies.